“It is essential that all people have the opportunity to see themselves represented with dignity and humanity in the books that we share. This promotes the growth of wellbeing, understanding, and acceptance in our world.”
LITTLE FREE LIBRARY AT HASTINGS HOUSE COOP
HASTINGS ON HUDSON, NEW YORK
“Everyone deserves to see themselves in the books they read and the stories they love.”
MR. PEBBLE’S MEMORIAL LIBRARY
OLD BRIDGE, NEW JERSEY
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Reading allows our youth to see and identify their hopes and dreams coming true in people who are connected to their lived experiences.
Every person should be able to see themselves in or relate to the stories offered. We strive for inclusiveness. This also exposes others to cultures that they may otherwise be unaware of.
Everyone should see themselves in stories and we should all be exposed to stories from perspectives outside our own. I am committed to reading and sharing diverse stories with my family and my community and helping to get diverse stories into underserved communities.
Diverse voices and perspectives are important to build respect and empathy for one another.